2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 33 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tracker | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
