1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 32 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 395 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Xedos |
| Model | Centura | 9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
