1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 770 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Centura | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4330 mm |
