1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 106 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
