1993 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 496 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger 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 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1478 mm |
