1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 31 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) has 61 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 413 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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 (486 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
