1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 39 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Centurion | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2837 mm |