1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 1 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1973 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Taunus | Centura |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
