1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 137 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
