1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Durango |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3043 mm |
