1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Centurion | Toronado |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |