1989 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 468 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 929 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1813 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 |
