2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair 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 151 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
