1988 Buick Century vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (125 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 1988 Buick Century (220 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Century | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2510 mm |
