1982 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Estate | Centieme |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
