1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 37 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, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2824 mm |
