2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
