1984 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 893 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | Charger |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3048 mm |