1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 769 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 1970 Chrysler Centura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Centura | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2774 mm |
