2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Centura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
