1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 19 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Stealth. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Stealth 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 | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Centurion | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
