1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 376 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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.
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1973 Buick Centurion | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Centurion | Outlander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |