1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 799 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | 2-Litre | Durango |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 102 L |
