1988 Buick Century vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Century | TL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2775 mm |
