1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Centurion | Commander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2790 mm |
