1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 747 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Centurion | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
