2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 29 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 348 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 415 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Le Mans | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
