2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 356 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
