2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
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 Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo 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 102 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 457 kg more than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |