1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Charger | Korando |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
