2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia 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 266 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
