1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 31 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 65 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centurion | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2900 mm |
