1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 11 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Lagonda | Charger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 2100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
