1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZAZ 966 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 199 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1972 ZAZ 966 has manual transmission. 1972 ZAZ 966 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Buick | ZAZ |
| Model | Centurion | 966 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2170 mm |
