1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 1973 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Sierra | Centura |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
