1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 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 142 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade, 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Centurion | Charade |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2400 mm |