2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 279 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 808 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |