1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
