1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (383 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centurion | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3250 mm |
