1983 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, both 1983 Volkswagen Passat and 1983 Buick Century were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Century (110 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Passat | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Passat | Century |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2664 mm |
