1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Durango |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3043 mm |
