2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa 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 318 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 929 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Centieme | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
