2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 561 kg more than 1981 Mazda 121. 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 (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 121 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
