2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 970 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Durango | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
