1960 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Popular | Durango |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
