1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 27 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 121 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 955 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 1998 Ford Laser, 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Centurion | Laser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
