1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
