1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
