1982 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Charger |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |