1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1972 Toyota Century

To start off, 1973 Chrysler Centura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 584 kg more than 1973 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 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler Centura 1972 Toyota Century
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Centura Century
Year Released 1973 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1981 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1116 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2870 mm