1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Isuzu | Dodge |
| Model | Minx | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3042 mm |
