2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
