1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 26 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Centura | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
Model | Centura | Chairman |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |