1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Charger |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |