2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 101.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |