2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 761 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.

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2008 Dodge Charger 1986 Toyota Corolla
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Charger Corolla
Year Released 2008 1986
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2737 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 71 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2410 mm