1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 34 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3140 mm |
