1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 865 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Centura | Charger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3053 mm |
