1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 31 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
