1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 35 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 828 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (171 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Centurion | Reno |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |