1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 23 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 271 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Charger | Neon |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |