1997 Buick Century vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |