1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
