1988 Buick Century vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 22 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (224 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (297 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Century | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2710 mm |
