1988 Buick Century vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1988 Buick Century (220 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Century | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2645 mm |
