1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Centurion | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
