1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 334 kg more than 1973 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Centurion | Commander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2790 mm |
