2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Durango | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
