1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 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 62 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Centurion | Rexton |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |