1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Charger | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
