1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
