1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 200 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
