1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 619 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 929 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3053 mm |
