1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 107 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 798 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |