1983 Buick Century vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Century | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2630 mm |
