1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 620 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.
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 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2008 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Signum |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 221 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
