1949 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Morris | Dodge |
Model | Minor | Durango |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3043 mm |