1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 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 71 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Charger | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
