1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1984 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Centurion | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2040 mm |
