1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
