1973 Citroen SM vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | SM | Durango |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
