1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 98 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 597 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Charger | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |