2002 Buick Century vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Century | Achieva |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |