1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 36 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 785 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Borrego |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2900 mm |