2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2200 mm |
