2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Pilot | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2662 mm |
