2002 Buick Century vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Legend |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |