2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 57 L |
