1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 411 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Express |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3440 mm |
