1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, both 1986 Chevrolet Camaro and 1986 Buick Century were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Century (150 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Camaro | Century |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2662 mm |
