1985 Buick Century vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2741 mm |
