1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Challenger | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
