1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 965 kg more than 1991 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Durango |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
