1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Sedan | Sidewinder |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |