1952 Allard Safari vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari 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:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Safari | Durango |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 93 L |
