2000 Buick Century vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 518 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Century | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |