2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Town & Country | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2664 mm |
