1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 966 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Centurion | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |