1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Durango |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 102 L |
