1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 205 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Centura | Cresta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |