1982 Buick Century vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 29 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Century | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 443 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 | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3099 mm |
