2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 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 139 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 922 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Durango | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
