1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager 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 76 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2004 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Centurion | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |
