1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 269 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3246 mm |