1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (80 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Charger weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
