1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 326 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Venza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |