1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Centura | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
