1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 650 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
