1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
