1983 Buick Century vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Century (110 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1983 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Century | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Century | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2630 mm |
