1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 38 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, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 392 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Challenger | TL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
