1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 31 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 140 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Centurion | YRV |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |