1984 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger.
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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Charger | 1997 Honda CRX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | CRX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |