2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 309 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 31 L |
