1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
