1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 28 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 86 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Centurion | Levante |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2230 mm |