1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
