1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centurion | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3340 mm |