1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
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, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |