1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Buick Centurion.
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 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centurion | Malibu |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |