1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
