1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
