1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Volvo 140 is newer by 2 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 70 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Centura | 140 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
