2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |