2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
