1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Durango |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 211 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 | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |