1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Charger weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
