1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 34 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. 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, 2005 Lada 110, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 110 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 | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Centurion | 110 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
