1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z 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 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 175 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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 Honda Z 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Z 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 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centurion | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2370 mm |
