1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 40 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, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 586 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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 Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Flex |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2994 mm |
