1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centurion | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
