2005 Buick Century vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. Both 2005 Buick Century and 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Century | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |