2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (282 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Trans Sport | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2662 mm |
