1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
