2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
