1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 4 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
