1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
