2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo 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 184 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1603 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
