1989 Buick Century vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Century (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
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 (183 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. 1989 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Lacetti has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti 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 | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Century | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2610 mm |
