1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | Lantis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
