1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | GTI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
