1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 133 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Challenger | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |