1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 805 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3580 mm |
