1983 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | Charger |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3053 mm |