1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 965 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
