1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 635 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |