1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1995 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 24 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 71 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1995 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centurion | Avenger |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |