2007 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Accord | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2662 mm |
