2007 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 Buick Century (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1993 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Civic | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2662 mm |
