2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Pilot | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2664 mm |
