1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 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) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centurion | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
