1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 560 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1997 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 | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
