1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1982 Chrysler E
To start off, 1982 Chrysler E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler E. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 870 kg more than 1982 Chrysler E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler E. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1982 Chrysler E | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Centurion | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
