1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 97 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 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Challenger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
