2012 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 942 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charger | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2520 mm |
