2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | Luce |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1170 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 |