2004 Buick Century vs. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century. 2004 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
