2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 938 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Durango | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
