2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Durango | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |