1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 33 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3050 mm |
