1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Centurion | Yukon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |