1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1997 Buick Century
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 24 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 60 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 556 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1997 Buick Century | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Centurion | Century |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2780 mm |