1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 305 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Charger | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2645 mm |
