1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Durango |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |