2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1507 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
