1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
