1983 Dodge 600 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 1983 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
