1985 Buick Century vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1985 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2760 mm |
