1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 813 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Skyline | Charger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3053 mm |
