1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Charger | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |