1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
