1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 30 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 766 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Centura | Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
