1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Honda Passport is newer by 29 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) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Passport.
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, 2001 Honda Passport, 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) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centurion | Passport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
