1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 93 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Nitro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3700 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 | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2764 mm |