1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1975 Chrysler Centura and 1975 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Centura | Ascona |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |