1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 40 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Charger | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |