1984 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 22 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
