1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 7 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 196 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
