1998 Buick Century vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
