1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera 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 Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Frontera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |