2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango. 2003 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Dodge Durango | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |