1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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 (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
