1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
