2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 197 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
