1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. 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 1972 Triumph 1500. 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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Durango | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
