2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
