1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Centura | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
