1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Previa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |