1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1983 Buick Century | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | Toronado | Century |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2664 mm |