1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 40 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 125 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 2013 Mazda 2, 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 2 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 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centurion | 2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2489 mm |
