1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedan | G6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
