2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | LR3 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
