1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 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 58 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 150 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Centura | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
