2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 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 161 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 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 |
