1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 10 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 343 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
