1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1201 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Centura | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
