1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Charger weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
