1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 701 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centurion | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
