1951 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 324 kg more than 1951 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Durango |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 102 L |
