1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 38 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Centura | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
