2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 951 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2220 mm |
