1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centurion | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3340 mm |