1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
