1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 110 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 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Centura | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
