2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Excursion | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2662 mm |
