1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 17 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 159 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina 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 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Centurion | Barina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2250 mm |
