1979 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 921 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Charger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
