1982 Dodge 600 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 279 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
