1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1528 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Centura | Discovery |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |