2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Dodge | Avanti |
| Model | Durango | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |
