1989 Buick Century vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3010 mm |
