1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 24 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
