1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Charger | Fusca |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |