2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 37 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Town & Country | Centura |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2680 mm |
