1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 800 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 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Centura | SRX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
