1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 299 kg more than 1984 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Fairlane | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3052 mm |
