2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chrysler Newport. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Centieme | Newport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
