1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 22 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 86 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, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Ka |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
