1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger.
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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1983 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1983 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
