2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1974 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
