2005 Toyota Crown vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 35 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 555 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Crown | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Crown | Centura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
