1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Centurion | Roadster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |