2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |