1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 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 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
