1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
