1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 30 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Allion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
