2002 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 106 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
