1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini LM 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 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Durango | LM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
