1978 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 2 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 1976 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Escort | Centura |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |