1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1029 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Sedan | F-150 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3670 mm |