2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Charger | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 6545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |