1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 619 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
