2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri 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 206 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. 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 1989 Ford Capri. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
