1984 Toyota Celica vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura

To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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), 1984 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 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 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 1984 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 1984 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Toyota Celica 1970 Chrysler Centura
Make Toyota Chrysler
Model Celica Centura
Year Released 1984 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