1989 Buick Century vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 21 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Century (161 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2710 mm |
