1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Centura | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
