1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 26 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 13 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 326 kg more than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Centurion | Vehicross |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
