1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 158 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 448 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
