1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 38 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 156 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Sumo 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 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Centurion | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2425 mm |
