1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | MR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |