1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1349 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Centura | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2946 mm |
