2011 Dodge Durango vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Durango | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Capri |
Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 528 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2570 mm |