1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 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 12 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | 944 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
