2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Sienna | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2662 mm |
