1989 Buick Century vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 22 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 94 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 1989 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2340 mm |
