1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 41 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 157 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore, 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Centurion | Cuore |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |