1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 30 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 984 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.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3042 mm |
