1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 6,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (286 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | 929 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6274 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
