2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona 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 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
