1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1991 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 19 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 62 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 408 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. 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, 1991 Chevrolet APV, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1991 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | APV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
