1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 28 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1040 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Charger | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3078 mm |
