1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 271 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
