2002 Buick Century vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 545 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
