2009 Seat Altea vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century. 1988 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Altea | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Seat | Buick |
| Model | Altea | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2664 mm |
