1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 28 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
