1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 178 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
