1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 9 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 510 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1970 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1970 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Centura | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1980 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |