2010 Kia Borrego vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Borrego | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Borrego | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2662 mm |
