1983 Toyota Celica vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Celica | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Celica | Centura |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |