1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 22 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
Because 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1994 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | CRX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
