1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 268 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
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, 2011 Volvo XC70, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Centurion | XC70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2814 mm |