1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 37 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centurion | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |
