1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2662 mm |
