1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 807 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Corolla | Charger |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |