1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1806 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
