2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 881 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Nitro | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 30 L |
