1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2000 Tata Estate 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) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 436 kg more than 2000 Tata Estate. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2000 Tata Estate | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Centurion | Estate |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 498 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |