1987 Buick Century vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Century (150 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Century | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Century | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2750 mm |
