2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 898 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1985 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
