1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 35 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Centurion | Tucson |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |