1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
