2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
