1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Econoline |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3510 mm |