1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Charger | 605 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
