1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 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 167 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
