2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 805 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
