1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 30 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
