1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari 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 (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Challenger | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
