1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry has manual transmission. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Datsun |
| Model | Centurion | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
