1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 21 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 167 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger 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 Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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 Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | Concerto |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |