2004 Buick Century vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 31 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1973 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
