1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 17 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 106 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Venturi |
| Model | Centura | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
