2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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 333 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 534 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centieme | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |