2011 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 1975 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tacoma | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Tacoma | Centura |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
