1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 28 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 680 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotec |
| Model | Charger | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
