2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 844 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Corolla 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.

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2009 Dodge Charger 1992 Toyota Corolla
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Charger Corolla
Year Released 2009 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6059 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 425 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1116 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2470 mm