1986 Buick Century vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Century | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Juke |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2530 mm |
