1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
