1985 Buick Century vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 28 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Century (150 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 (270 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Century | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2635 mm |
