1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Because 1966 Ford 12 M 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 1966 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
