2000 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Century (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1992 Buick Century (183 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Civic | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2662 mm |
