2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1603 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
