2011 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Expedition | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Expedition | Centura |
Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2680 mm |