1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
