1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2002 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 32 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 80 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 872 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. 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, 2002 Suzuki Aerio, 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) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (183 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2002 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Centurion | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
