1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 99 kg more than 1954 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Durango |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3030 mm |
