1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
