2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Avalanche | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2662 mm |
