1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3270 mm |