1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1386 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura. 2011 Ford Expedition 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. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3023 mm |
