1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 19 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 105 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centura | 190 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
