2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica 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 294 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 648 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centieme | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
