2011 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 21 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. Both 2011 Ford Escape and 1990 Buick Century are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Escape | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Escape | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2662 mm |
