1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Prius |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |