1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 35 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
