1978 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY

To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Seat 127 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
Make Seat Dodge
Model 127 JOURNEY
Year Released 1978 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1010 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 51 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 76 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 1843 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4888 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2127 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1765 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2890 mm


 

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