1989 Buick Century vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 834 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 4379 mm |
