1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 161 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
