1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 100 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 613 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage 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 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |