2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 244 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Centieme | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 91 L |