1985 Buick Century vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 1985 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2640 mm |
