1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 11 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Centura | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
