1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 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 270 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1961 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 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:
1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | A10 | Durango |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3043 mm |