2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 797 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
