1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry 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 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 12 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 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, 1999 Toyota Camry, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
