2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
