1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 is newer by 27 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 108 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 336 kg more than 1999 Tata E220. 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 Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Charger | E220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
