2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 726 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Durango | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |
