1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1985 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Charger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300.
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, 1985 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Charger | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | 1300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |