1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 170 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
