2001 Buick Century vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 740 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 2001 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
