1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Charger | Expedition |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3327 mm |