1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 27 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 40 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 230 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, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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 (461 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Solara |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |