1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 648 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | CR-V |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |