1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
