1965 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 233 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
