1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 957 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 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Charger | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
