1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 40 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue, 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 Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sedan | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |
