1974 Buick GS vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 587 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Durango |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
