1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Highlander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |