1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda NSX weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Centura | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
