2006 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1990 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Accord | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2662 mm |
