1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 941 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Centurion | Swift |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |
