2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 169 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
