1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centurion | Xterra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |