1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger 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 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Today |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
