2000 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 30 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 457 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Escape | Centura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
