1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
