2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 815 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
