1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 11 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 28 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Centura | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
