2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 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 233 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 701 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | 343 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |