2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Durango | H1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
