2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 868 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa, 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
