1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Saab 99, 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Centurion | 99 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
