2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 551 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
