2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 33 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 252 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SSR | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
