1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is newer by 2 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 620 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Nomad | Centura |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
