1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1998 Toyota Paseo, 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 (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
