2008 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Centura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Accord | Centura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
