1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1970 Buick Centurion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Centurion | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3060 mm |
