1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 117 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 746 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centurion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
