2010 SsangYong Chairman W vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chrysler |
| Model | Chairman W | Centura |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1495 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
