2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Daewoo Nubira (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Nubira | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
