1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 37 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
