1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena.
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, 2012 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Charger | Arena |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
