1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 24 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 145 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Charger | CRX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
