2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Pilot | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 343 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2662 mm |
