1981 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
