1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 28 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 705 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Charger | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Venza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |