1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1097 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.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3023 mm |
