2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Saab Sonett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Charger | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
