1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 14 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |