1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
