2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 961 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | Range Rover | Centura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
