2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 998 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1974 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1974 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Charger | Pony |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
