1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 35 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 791 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
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, 2008 Saturn Outlook, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Centurion | Outlook |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |