1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1986 Holden Astra is newer by 16 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. 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, 1986 Holden Astra, 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Centurion | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2420 mm |
