1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 929 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
