2009 Acura MDX vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
