1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. 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 39 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F. 1987 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1975 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1975 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Centura | Model F |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
