1983 Buick Century vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century. 1983 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Century | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3250 mm |
