1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 30 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 459 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1973 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1973 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Chrysler Centura | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Centura | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |