1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 20 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Centura | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
