1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Challenger | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
