2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine 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 48 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Durango | Alpine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |