1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 43 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 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 850 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centurion | Sonic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2525 mm |