2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 809 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centieme | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |