1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 474 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Datsun |
| Model | Charger | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
