1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 20 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 340 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) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Centura | 960 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
