1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 36 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1346 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Centura | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
