2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Tundra | Centura |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2680 mm |
