1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 27 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 539 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Centura | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
