1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2004 TVR Cerbera 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 2004 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Charger | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
