2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 280 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 639 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 1989 Honda Accord. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centieme | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
