1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, both 1972 Chrysler Centura and 1972 Mazda 818 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Centura | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Centura | 818 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |