1975 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 206 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.

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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2011 Dodge Durango
Make Toyota Dodge
Model Corona Durango
Year Released 1975 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 84 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3043 mm


 

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