1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Charger | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
