1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
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 Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar 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 Telstar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 158 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
