1984 Dodge Charger vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Charger weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Charger | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |