1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 800 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 964 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 | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 964 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
