1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Vega | Charger |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6063 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |