1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Centurion | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |