1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 26 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1970 Chrysler Centura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Centura | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
