1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
