1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 637 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.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3221 mm |