1982 Buick Century vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 28 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Century | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2789 mm |
