1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 12 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1985 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Starion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1125 kg |
