1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 25 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 7 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager, 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Charger | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
