2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century. 1990 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Tahoe | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2662 mm |
