1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1384 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |