1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3310 mm |
