1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Charger | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2615 mm |
