1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 495 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, 1972 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Centura | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
