1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centurion | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2776 mm |
