1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 30 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 756 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. 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, 2003 Saturn L, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Centurion | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
