2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Touareg | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2662 mm |
