2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT 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 100 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1983 Ford GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
