1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charger | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
