2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 231 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 681 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 1986 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Capri |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |