1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 372 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
