1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Antara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
