1984 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 23 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 305 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
