1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion 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 146 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1988 Renault 19, 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Centurion | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
