2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 43 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Charger | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |