1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Centurion | Eos |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2578 mm |