2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Durango | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
