1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1984 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Centura | XJS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
