1975 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 768 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Torino | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |
