2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 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 82 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 702 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR S2 has manual transmission. 1988 TVR S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Charger | S2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
