1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 69 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Centura | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
