1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
