1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 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 134 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
