1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 30 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
