1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1470 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
