1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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 139 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Yaris |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
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 | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2380 mm |