1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 607 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Centurion | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |