1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centurion | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
