1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
