1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 504 kg more than 1977 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Centura | Type S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
