2010 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Envoy | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Envoy | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2662 mm |
