1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1973 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
