1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 37 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 516 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Centura | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
