1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion 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 137 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
