1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger

To start off, both 1973 Chrysler 160 and 1973 Chrysler Charger were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler 160 1973 Chrysler Charger
Make Chrysler Chrysler
Model 160 Charger
Year Released 1973 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1981 cc 4014 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm


 

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