1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dodge |
| Model | 203 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
