2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 952 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
