1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Honda Insight

To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 27 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 158 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Honda Insight, 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) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.

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