1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 42 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Centurion | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |