1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2200 mm |
