1984 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 494 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.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2604 mm |
