2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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, 1986 Buick Century (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Grand Prix | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2664 mm |
