1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 119 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, 1992 Toyota MR2 (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Centura | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
