1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Today |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
