2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 662 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. 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, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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 (536 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | 021 C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
