1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 583 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 2011 GMC Envoy 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, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Centurion | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
