1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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 138 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Charger | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
