2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 65 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 998 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 1981 Porsche 944. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
