1989 Buick Century vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos 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, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos 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, 2012 Renault Koleos 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, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Century | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2690 mm |
