1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 4190 mm |