2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Durango | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 166 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |