2003 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2003 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2664 mm |
