1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 699 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 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Durango |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
