2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 394 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane. 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 1981 Ford Fairlane. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Centieme | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
