1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 42 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
