1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Prius |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |