1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 25 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
