1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Excel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
