1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Xterra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |