2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 487 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (393 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (378 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
