1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
