2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | 343 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
