2002 Buick Century vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
