2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 179 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Centieme | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |