1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 27 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 663 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 2013 Infiniti G is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Infiniti G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Charger | G |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
