1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 818 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
