1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 516 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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 (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Charger | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
