1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 37 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Centurion | Vue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
