1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1965 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Dodge Durango | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Durango | Countryman |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |