1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Sedan | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 2007 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
