1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 140 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Centura | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |