1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Centura | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
