1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 23 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
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, 1997 Volvo S70, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo S70 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo S70 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 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centurion | S70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
