1LE vs Challenger 392 T/A article?

Cgocifer · 02-01-2018, 10:35 PM

Any comparos out there of a 1LE vs a challenger 392 T/A? I know the 1LE will kill it on the track, but curious to read an article about the pros and cons of each car from an auto writer.

My coworker just bought a TA and paid $45k for it.

I did a search on here but nothing came up.

RedDragonSS2.0 · 02-01-2018, 10:50 PM

They are really nice looking muscle cars but definitely don’t compare to the 1LE doubt they would do a comparison unless it’s fastlane car when they do a mashup!
I was tempted the other day to stop by the dealer and check one out (servicing my ram truck) but got sidetracked with a hellcat and ran out of time.

WhyUMad1LE · 02-01-2018, 11:09 PM

I think the T/A looks pretty good. My 2nd favorite Challenger design after the Demon/Hellcat widebody. Too big for me though.

FlashBang23 · 02-02-2018, 08:26 AM

The T/A is essentially just a scat pack in different clothing with better tires/brakes (assuming he got the 392 version...) Look up any scat metrics/videos and give the T/A a bit of an edge due to the stickier wider tires. I think they come with squared 275 or 285s compared to the stock 245s found on most scats. Normal scat packs clock around 4.2 0-60 and 12.6 1/4 mile so drivers race with our cars. I really like the scats and their practicality (huge trunk, actual back seat) but the lazy boy esque seats with no option for recaros and uninspiring track capabilities have kept me away from owning one. Wife wants one to replace her Charger RT so I may end up with one yet lol

mjk3888 · 02-02-2018, 09:01 AM

Its a good looking car, but its still built on a 20 year old mercedez benz 4 door luxury sedan chassis. I would like to see a comparison just for the sake of seeing something different, but it would be an even worse beatdown than the 2018 Mustang GT Perf Pack 1 just took!

RideZX6R · 02-02-2018, 12:41 PM

I've driven both and I'd say the interior and overall driving experience is much better in a 1LE.

I do actually think the Charger looks just as good, if not a little better tho - But don't tell anyone

Cgocifer · 02-02-2018, 04:53 PM

Yeah, he got the 392 TA. A bargain version of the full on 392 SRT and better looking. I was strongly considering one but couldn't justify it since it cost more than the 1LE and lacked the performance of the 1LE. Best looking challenger imo. I don't like the wide bodies. Those fender flares just look bulbous and added on. I do like the hellcats but again the price was out of range. For the same price, I would rather get a Corvette Grand Sport.

jdrop01 · 02-05-2018, 02:17 AM

I've gone back and forth between Camaro and the Charger. It's just because I have a family and plan on adding more to the fam bam later down the road. I want my kids to be into cars as much as I am and figured a Charge with the 392 would be my best bet. I never track or drag race, just like going to shows and spirited runs. There's a Daytona Charger in my town and it looked awesome in orange and I believe he is the only one in my town. I just like to row through the gears so idk but I have heard the new 8speed in them are very nice.

mjk3888 · 02-05-2018, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by jdrop01

I've gone back and forth between Camaro and the Charger. It's just because I have a family and plan on adding more to the fam bam later down the road. I want my kids to be into cars as much as I am and figured a Charge with the 392 would be my best bet. I never track or drag race, just like going to shows and spirited runs. There's a Daytona Charger in my town and it looked awesome in orange and I believe he is the only one in my town. I just like to row through the gears so idk but I have heard the new 8speed in them are very nice.

I think the Challenger and Charger are perfect for the main street cruise and the occasional car shows. They look excellent and they lean more toward touring car than sports car.

Bad Anvil Garage · 02-05-2018, 11:00 AM

I was looking at the 392 T/A but once I drove the 1LE my mind was made up. Would I like a little more interior space?.... Who wouldn't?! But I love my Camaro.

AZ_1LE · 02-05-2018, 12:00 PM

My buddy has a 392 Charger. Basically, it's got everything a Hellcat does, minus the engine. Same big brakes, wheels, suspension, interior. Very nice car. And yea, dead equal to ours 0-100.

Cgocifer · 02-05-2018, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by AZ_1LE

My buddy has a 392 Charger. Basically, it's got everything a Hellcat does, minus the engine. Same big brakes, wheels, suspension, interior. Very nice car. And yea, dead equal to ours 0-100.

Until you throw in a couple turns, then bye bye. ;-)

AZ_1LE · 02-07-2018, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Cgocifer

Until you throw in a couple turns, then bye bye. ;-)

True, however I am a little jealous of his back seats.

Mister Will · 02-07-2018, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by AZ_1LE

True, however I am a little jealous of his back seats.

02-01-2018, 10:35 PM	#1
Cgocifer Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE, 2015 RAM Ecodiesel Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,451	1LE vs Challenger 392 T/A article? Any comparos out there of a 1LE vs a challenger 392 T/A? I know the 1LE will kill it on the track, but curious to read an article about the pros and cons of each car from an auto writer. My coworker just bought a TA and paid $45k for it. I did a search on here but nothing came up.

02-01-2018, 10:50 PM	#2
RedDragonSS2.0 Drives: 2017 Summit White Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Miami FL Posts: 388	They are really nice looking muscle cars but definitely don’t compare to the 1LE doubt they would do a comparison unless it’s fastlane car when they do a mashup! I was tempted the other day to stop by the dealer and check one out (servicing my ram truck) but got sidetracked with a hellcat and ran out of time. __________________ Rotofab Intake, Borla 60606 Midpipes, Corsa Extreme Axleback

02-02-2018, 08:26 AM	#4
FlashBang23 Drives: 2017 1LE Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 393	The T/A is essentially just a scat pack in different clothing with better tires/brakes (assuming he got the 392 version...) Look up any scat metrics/videos and give the T/A a bit of an edge due to the stickier wider tires. I think they come with squared 275 or 285s compared to the stock 245s found on most scats. Normal scat packs clock around 4.2 0-60 and 12.6 1/4 mile so drivers race with our cars. I really like the scats and their practicality (huge trunk, actual back seat) but the lazy boy esque seats with no option for recaros and uninspiring track capabilities have kept me away from owning one. Wife wants one to replace her Charger RT so I may end up with one yet lol __________________ 17 Summit White SS 1LE PDR / Borla S type Catback / XPEL Ultimate PPF

02-02-2018, 09:01 AM	#5
mjk3888 "M1SS1LE" Drives: 2017 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Upstate SC Posts: 2,906	Its a good looking car, but its still built on a 20 year old mercedez benz 4 door luxury sedan chassis. I would like to see a comparison just for the sake of seeing something different, but it would be an even worse beatdown than the 2018 Mustang GT Perf Pack 1 just took! __________________ MJK3888 Instagram Link

02-02-2018, 12:41 PM	#6
RideZX6R Probably tired right now Drives: 1Lap1LE \| EV6 FE \| 18 F150 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: At the office (CLT, NC) Posts: 1,133	I've driven both and I'd say the interior and overall driving experience is much better in a 1LE. I do actually think the Charger looks just as good, if not a little better tho - But don't tell anyone __________________ -Seven '17 SS 1LE - 1LAP 1LE (Now with more 427!) '18 F150 Platinum Powerstroke diesel '22 Kia EV6 First Edition '18 RS3 (1 of 2) Cumulus Blue '24 911 T (ordered) Formers... '19 RS5 Sportback Sonoma Green \| '07 Cayman S 6MT \| '16 Audi S3 Prestige Viper Green (APR Stage 3+) \| '19 Mustang Shelby GT350R \| '17 SS 1LE MBM 575whp all-motor

02-01-2018, 11:09 PM	#3
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	I think the T/A looks pretty good. My 2nd favorite Challenger design after the Demon/Hellcat widebody. Too big for me though.

02-02-2018, 04:53 PM	#7
Cgocifer Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE, 2015 RAM Ecodiesel Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,451	Yeah, he got the 392 TA. A bargain version of the full on 392 SRT and better looking. I was strongly considering one but couldn't justify it since it cost more than the 1LE and lacked the performance of the 1LE. Best looking challenger imo. I don't like the wide bodies. Those fender flares just look bulbous and added on. I do like the hellcats but again the price was out of range. For the same price, I would rather get a Corvette Grand Sport.

02-05-2018, 02:17 AM	#8
jdrop01 Drives: 05 GTO Join Date: May 2015 Location: Weatherford, Texas Posts: 390	I've gone back and forth between Camaro and the Charger. It's just because I have a family and plan on adding more to the fam bam later down the road. I want my kids to be into cars as much as I am and figured a Charge with the 392 would be my best bet. I never track or drag race, just like going to shows and spirited runs. There's a Daytona Charger in my town and it looked awesome in orange and I believe he is the only one in my town. I just like to row through the gears so idk but I have heard the new 8speed in them are very nice.

02-05-2018, 11:00 AM	#10
Bad Anvil Garage Drives: 2000 GMPPSV SS & 2017 ILE SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 547	I was looking at the 392 T/A but once I drove the 1LE my mind was made up. Would I like a little more interior space?.... Who wouldn't?! But I love my Camaro.

02-05-2018, 12:00 PM	#11
AZ_1LE Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 648	My buddy has a 392 Charger. Basically, it's got everything a Hellcat does, minus the engine. Same big brakes, wheels, suspension, interior. Very nice car. And yea, dead equal to ours 0-100. __________________ Old: 2017 SS 1LE Old: 2017 ZL1 Current: 2019 ZL1 1LE

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