2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Tiguan | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2662 mm |
