2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle 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 178 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Singer |
| Model | Durango | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
