1975 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Capri | Durango |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3043 mm |