1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 30 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 149 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Centurion | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2260 mm |
