1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Centurion | Pilot |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |