1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 30 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2000 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Centurion | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
