1954 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 182 kg more than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. 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. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1954 Pontiac Star Chief has manual transmission. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Star Chief | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2764 mm |
