1976 Buick Estate vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 669 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Estate | Centura |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |