1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 34 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
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, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2006 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Charger | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
