2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Five Hundred | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2662 mm |
