2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
