1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 39 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 105 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Cube |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
