1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
