1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 25 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
