2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 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 161 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 542 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
