1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 30 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 166 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | Econovan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |