1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 38 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, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Acura MDX.
Because 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Centurion | MDX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2751 mm |