2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 107 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 823 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
