1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 22 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1355 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
