1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 23 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Charger | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
