1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 717 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
