1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 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 Daihatsu Move, 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Centurion 2005 Daihatsu Move
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Centurion Move
Year Released 1972 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3320 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2350 mm


 

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