1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 26 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 163 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 890 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Centurion | Samurai |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |