2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Durango | A 109 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |