1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
