1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 20 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
