1982 Buick Century vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1982 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Century | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2620 mm |
