2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown 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 224 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 294 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. 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 1983 Toyota Crown. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centieme | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
