1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, both 1982 Ford Crown Victoria and 1982 Buick Century were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 1982 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century, 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 1982 Buick Century | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Crown Victoria | Century |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 224 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2662 mm |