2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 20 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 495 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 2003 Daewoo Chairman 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 2003 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, 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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1983 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1983 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Chairman | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Chairman | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
