1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 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 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
