2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1160 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 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 |
