1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 998 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Corsair | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3052 mm |
