1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Charger has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Charger | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 641 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
