1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 511 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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 Volvo C70, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centurion | C70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
