2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 (319 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Durango | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
