2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Avalanche | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2664 mm |
