2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 276 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 734 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centieme | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
