1968 AMC AMX vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 742 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | AMX | Durango |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
